Hybrid Finance Lead: Forecasting, Reporting & Insights

Co-op Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused cooperative in Manchester is seeking a Lead Finance Analyst to support strategic decision-making and maintain accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include building financial models, analyzing key variances, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a recognised accountancy qualification and strong IT skills. This role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on performance

28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Access to a subsidised onsite gym

30% discount on Co-op products

Virtual healthcare services

Training and support for development

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with budgets, forecasts, P&Ls, balance sheets and cash flow.
• Confidence in presenting data and insights to financial and non-financial audiences.
• Great prioritisation skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build financial plans using proven techniques and modelling methods.
• Provide regular reconciliation and variance analysis to drive data-led insights.
• Own monthly performance reporting and explain key variances.

Skills

Strong IT skills, including Excel (VLOOKUPs, advanced formulas)

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset for continuous improvement

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Planning tools

Job description

A community-focused cooperative in Manchester is seeking a Lead Finance Analyst to support strategic decision-making and maintain accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include building financial models, analyzing key variances, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a recognised accountancy qualification and strong IT skills. This role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid working arrangement.